The University of Chicago Medicine
Medical Technologist, Microbiology - Evening Shift
The University of Chicago Medicine, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Job Description
Be a part of a
world-class academic
healthcare system,
UChicago Medicine
, as a
Medical Technologist
in the
Microbiology Lab
department
.
Here,
will perform microbiology, immunology, and molecular infectious disease tests, operate state-of-the-art instruments, and conduct esoteric tests with current technology. Responsible for quality control, instrument maintenance, and method development to support a broad menu of routine and esoteric tests, including diagnostic tests for infectious diseases and allergy identification. Operating within UChicago Medicine's Department of Pathology, we provide reference laboratory testing to various related and unrelated health care entities, managed care organizations and non-affiliated hospitals, outpatient clinics and private physicians' offices. We offer a full range of diagnostic services.
This department is in the Clincal Microbiology Laboratory
.
This position is a
100% onsite opportunity
. You will need to be based in the greater Chicagoland area.Eligible for a Sign-On Bonus up to $10,000Routinely performs a wide range of clinical analyses in all sections of the laboratory by properly utilizing a variety of methodologies and instrumentation according to laboratory policies and procedures and in accordance with all regulatory agency requirements in order to provide results of the highest level of quality to physicians and their patients.Essential Job FunctionsReceives specimens submitted to laboratoryUtilizes policies and procedures for requisition and specimen requirements to determine whether the submitted specimen can be processes for analysisAssures proper storage and procedures for specimens that cannot be immediately analyzedConducts preliminary specimen preparations for the analytical process through centrifugation of blood specimens, aliquotting of blood and body fluids and distribution of the prepared specimens to the appropriate sections of the laboratoryDemonstrates knowledge of techniques, principles, and instruments and their interrelationships as well as physiological conditions affecting test resultsProvides patient-focused care in a clinical setting through the accurate performance of routine and complex tests through the pre-analytic, analytic and post-analytic stagesAssists in maintaining continual compliance with policies, procedures and record keeping necessary to meet standards of accrediting or regulatory agenciesAssists in training and ongoing continuing education of laboratory testing personnel, students, pathology residents, fellows, and othersAssists in new testing, procedures and equipment validation and implementationParticipates in educational and training activities to acquire new skills, maintain technical relevance and improve proficiencyAnswers inquiries regarding specimen handling, results and other technical information. Appropriately assists clinicians with requests and seeks out resources necessary when information is not available to answer questionsPerforms all procedures designated under CLIA’88 rules as moderate or highly complex testing; knows all responsibilities as outlined in the laboratory procedure manual necessary to perform these procedures with highest level of quality within turnaround time goals set by the laboratoryPractices the proficient and safe use of all equipment necessary for the completion of all duties and responsibilities by following all maintenance, safety and quality controls policies and proceduresPrepares and maintains adequate stock of reagents, standards, and control materials for the performance of testing at assigned workstation and notifies supervisor of any shortages or problemsAnalyzes all test and quality control results for errors, inconsistencies and deviations prior to reporting results. Initiates and documents troubleshooting and problem solving to resolve issuesReports all test results in the laboratory information system according to laboratory policies and procedures, within stated turn-around times, and follows appropriate backup procedures during computer downtimesCommunicates any pertinent information or problems with laboratory staff and supervisors in a respectful and proactive mannerPerforms other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications:Must satisfy CLIA ‘88 qualification requirements for testing personnel performing high complexity testingBachelor’s degree in clinical laboratory science or related field from an accredited college or universityCertification or eligibility as medical technologist (MT) through American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) or equivalentKnowledge and ability to use automated and conventional laboratory equipment and laboratory testing methodologiesKnowledge and ability to use laboratory/hospitals information systemsExceptional organizational ability, with attention to detail mandatoryAbility to work in high volume, stressful situationsPreferred QualificationsAt least one year of pertinent laboratory experience in a Microbiology labPosition DetailsJob Type/FTE: Full-time (1.0)Shift: Evening Shift + Rotating Weekends/HolidaysWork Location:
Hyde ParkUnit/Department: Clinical Microbiology LabCBA code: Non-Union
Why Join Us
We’ve been at the forefront of medicine since 1899. We provide superior healthcare with compassion, always mindful that each patient is a person, an individual. To accomplish this, we need employees with passion, talent and commitment… with patients and with each other. We’re in this together: working to advance medical innovation, serve the health needs of the community, and move our collective knowledge forward. If you’d like to add enriching human life to your profile, UChicago Medicine is for you. Here at the forefront, we’re doing work that really matters. Join us. Bring your passion.UChicago Medicine is growing; discover how you can be a part of this pursuit of excellence at: UChicago Medicine Career Opportunities .UChicago Medicine is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status and other legally protected characteristics.Must comply with UChicago Medicine’s COVID-19 Vaccination requirement as a condition of employment. If you have already received the vaccination, you must provide proof as part of the pre-employment process. This is in addition to your compliance with the Flu Vaccination requirement as well. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered consistent with applicable law. Lastly, a pre-employment physical, drug screening, and background check are also required for all employees prior to hire.
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Be a part of a
world-class academic
healthcare system,
UChicago Medicine
, as a
Medical Technologist
in the
Microbiology Lab
department
.
Here,
will perform microbiology, immunology, and molecular infectious disease tests, operate state-of-the-art instruments, and conduct esoteric tests with current technology. Responsible for quality control, instrument maintenance, and method development to support a broad menu of routine and esoteric tests, including diagnostic tests for infectious diseases and allergy identification. Operating within UChicago Medicine's Department of Pathology, we provide reference laboratory testing to various related and unrelated health care entities, managed care organizations and non-affiliated hospitals, outpatient clinics and private physicians' offices. We offer a full range of diagnostic services.
This department is in the Clincal Microbiology Laboratory
.
This position is a
100% onsite opportunity
. You will need to be based in the greater Chicagoland area.Eligible for a Sign-On Bonus up to $10,000Routinely performs a wide range of clinical analyses in all sections of the laboratory by properly utilizing a variety of methodologies and instrumentation according to laboratory policies and procedures and in accordance with all regulatory agency requirements in order to provide results of the highest level of quality to physicians and their patients.Essential Job FunctionsReceives specimens submitted to laboratoryUtilizes policies and procedures for requisition and specimen requirements to determine whether the submitted specimen can be processes for analysisAssures proper storage and procedures for specimens that cannot be immediately analyzedConducts preliminary specimen preparations for the analytical process through centrifugation of blood specimens, aliquotting of blood and body fluids and distribution of the prepared specimens to the appropriate sections of the laboratoryDemonstrates knowledge of techniques, principles, and instruments and their interrelationships as well as physiological conditions affecting test resultsProvides patient-focused care in a clinical setting through the accurate performance of routine and complex tests through the pre-analytic, analytic and post-analytic stagesAssists in maintaining continual compliance with policies, procedures and record keeping necessary to meet standards of accrediting or regulatory agenciesAssists in training and ongoing continuing education of laboratory testing personnel, students, pathology residents, fellows, and othersAssists in new testing, procedures and equipment validation and implementationParticipates in educational and training activities to acquire new skills, maintain technical relevance and improve proficiencyAnswers inquiries regarding specimen handling, results and other technical information. Appropriately assists clinicians with requests and seeks out resources necessary when information is not available to answer questionsPerforms all procedures designated under CLIA’88 rules as moderate or highly complex testing; knows all responsibilities as outlined in the laboratory procedure manual necessary to perform these procedures with highest level of quality within turnaround time goals set by the laboratoryPractices the proficient and safe use of all equipment necessary for the completion of all duties and responsibilities by following all maintenance, safety and quality controls policies and proceduresPrepares and maintains adequate stock of reagents, standards, and control materials for the performance of testing at assigned workstation and notifies supervisor of any shortages or problemsAnalyzes all test and quality control results for errors, inconsistencies and deviations prior to reporting results. Initiates and documents troubleshooting and problem solving to resolve issuesReports all test results in the laboratory information system according to laboratory policies and procedures, within stated turn-around times, and follows appropriate backup procedures during computer downtimesCommunicates any pertinent information or problems with laboratory staff and supervisors in a respectful and proactive mannerPerforms other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications:Must satisfy CLIA ‘88 qualification requirements for testing personnel performing high complexity testingBachelor’s degree in clinical laboratory science or related field from an accredited college or universityCertification or eligibility as medical technologist (MT) through American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) or equivalentKnowledge and ability to use automated and conventional laboratory equipment and laboratory testing methodologiesKnowledge and ability to use laboratory/hospitals information systemsExceptional organizational ability, with attention to detail mandatoryAbility to work in high volume, stressful situationsPreferred QualificationsAt least one year of pertinent laboratory experience in a Microbiology labPosition DetailsJob Type/FTE: Full-time (1.0)Shift: Evening Shift + Rotating Weekends/HolidaysWork Location:
Hyde ParkUnit/Department: Clinical Microbiology LabCBA code: Non-Union
Why Join Us
We’ve been at the forefront of medicine since 1899. We provide superior healthcare with compassion, always mindful that each patient is a person, an individual. To accomplish this, we need employees with passion, talent and commitment… with patients and with each other. We’re in this together: working to advance medical innovation, serve the health needs of the community, and move our collective knowledge forward. If you’d like to add enriching human life to your profile, UChicago Medicine is for you. Here at the forefront, we’re doing work that really matters. Join us. Bring your passion.UChicago Medicine is growing; discover how you can be a part of this pursuit of excellence at: UChicago Medicine Career Opportunities .UChicago Medicine is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status and other legally protected characteristics.Must comply with UChicago Medicine’s COVID-19 Vaccination requirement as a condition of employment. If you have already received the vaccination, you must provide proof as part of the pre-employment process. This is in addition to your compliance with the Flu Vaccination requirement as well. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered consistent with applicable law. Lastly, a pre-employment physical, drug screening, and background check are also required for all employees prior to hire.
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